A15087

Service Bulletin
15-087
October 4, 2016
04982 Version 4
Wind Noise from the Driver’s or Front Passenger’s Window
(Supersedes 15-087, dated August 13, 2016, to revise the information highlighted in yellow)
AFFECTED VEHICLES
Year
2013–16
Model
Accord
Trim
4-Door
VIN Range
ALL
REVISION SUMMARY
Under AFFECTED VEHICLES, the 2013–14 model years were added.
SYMPTOM
There is a noticeable wind noise at ear level from either the driver’s or the front passenger’s window.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
The wind noise is caused by a gap between the run channel and inner sash.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Test-drive the vehicle to determine the location(s) of the wind noise. If the noise is heard at ear level from either the
driver’s or front passenger’s window or along the B-pillar, tape it off and see if the noise goes away. If the noise goes
away, this bulletin applies. If the noise is still heard, the bulletin does not apply. Troubleshoot and repair as needed.
Based on your results, apply EPT sealer to the run channel groove.
REQUIRED MATERIALS
Part Name
EPT Sealer
Part Number
Quantity
06990-SA5-000
1
08F20-S9A-10003
1
Commercially
available
1
Commercially
available
1
(One roll repairs about 165 vehicles.)
Adhesion Promoter Kit
(One packet repairs one vehicle.)
3M Adhesion Promoter #06396
(Use if 08F20-S9A-10003 is not available. One box fixes 10 vehicles.)
Rubbing Alcohol (degreaser)
CUSTOMER INFORMATION: The information in this bulletin is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools,
equipment, and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These procedures should not be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you
should not assume this bulletin applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To determine whether this information
applies, contact an authorized Honda automobile dealer.
© 2016 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. – All Rights Reserved
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WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
For one side – use the following warranty information.
Operation
Number
8150B3
Description
Clean and apply EPT sealer
on the left or right side
window. (Includes test drive.)
Flat Rate
Time
Template ID
Defect
Code
Symptom
Code
Failed Part
Number
0.4 hr
15-087A
07408
05604
72235-T2F-A02
Template ID
Defect
Code
Symptom
Code
Failed Part
Number
15-087B
07408
05604
72235-T2F-A02
For both sides – use the following warranty information.
Operation
Number
8150B3
A
Description
Flat Rate
Time
Clean and apply EPT sealer
on the left or right side
window. (Includes test drive.)
0.4 hr
For the opposite side - add
0.4 hr
Skill Level: Repair Technician
INSPECTION
Check the vehicle to determine the location(s) of the wind noise.
• If the wind noise is heard at ear level from either the driver’s or front passenger’s windows or along the B-pillar, tape
it off and see if the noise goes away, If the noise goes away, go to REPAIR PROCEDURE.
• If the wind noise is heard elsewhere, this service bulletin does not apply. Continue normal troubleshooting
procedures.
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REPAIR PROCEDURE
NOTE: Repair only the affected side.
Apply EPT sealer to the run channel groove.
1. Remove the run channel from the upper part of the door frame.
2. Remove the run channel from the top corner of the B-pillar to B Line.
3. Clean the run channel groove along the B-pillar with rubbing alcohol.
4. Apply primer (3M Adhesion Promoter 4298UV) to the run channel groove along the B-pillar.
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5. Cut a strip of EPT sealer that measures 3 mm x 400 mm x 3 mm and attach it to the groove of the run channel.
Start at the top corner and install the strip down the run channel. Center the strip around the hash marks on the run
channel.
• Install the run channel by attaching at the Y-corner.
• Install the run channel down the B-pillar by attaching the outside edge first, then attaching the inside edge.
• Install the run channel along the top of the door frame.
NOTE: The corner may require some force to be properly installed.
6. Push the run channel up against the sash trim to set the EPT sealer, then check for any gaps or visible sealer.
7. Check that the wind noise is gone.
END
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